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Weekly Update 219: IoT Unravelled with Scott Helme

Troy Hunt

More than 200,000 unique visitors dropped by this week, mostly to read about IoT things. I topped the week off by spending a couple of hours talking to Scott Helme about our respective IoT experiences so that's the entirety of this week's update - Scott and I talking IoT.

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Ghost Ransomware a Persistent Global Threat to Critical Infrastructure

SecureWorld News

Persistent exploitation of legacy systems One of the most alarming aspects of Ghost ransomware is its focus on legacy IoT and OT environments. Patching and vulnerability management Apply timely security updates to operating systems, software, and firmware. Use Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions.

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Spyware in the IoT – the Biggest Privacy Threat This Year

SiteLock

Simply defined, the internet of things (IoT) is a network of Internet-connected objects able to collect and exchange data. In today’s digital-driven world, IoT connects almost everything including homes, offices, and vehicles, allowing users the convenience of activating and operating nearly any device remotely. Think again.

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5 Signs a Cyberattack Is Under Way and 5 Things You Need to Do Before It Happens

Adam Levin

If you use IoT devices, create a separate network on your router for them since they aren’t always the most secure connections to the outside world. Never buy a device that doesn’t allow you to set a long and strong password. Consider using a password manager. Or use a password manager.).

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NGINX zero-day vulnerability: Check if you’re affected

Malwarebytes

Because LDAP extends to IoT devices, of which there are many more than IT devices, organizations running LDAP need to encrypt traffic using TLS certificates on IoT devices, keep the firmware up to date, and apply proper password management. And we have rounded up some additional advice.

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Nastiest Malware 2024

Webroot

Individual Users: Use Password Managers: Employ a reputable password manager to create and store strong, unique passwords for all accounts – consider passphrases. Be Cautious with Smart Devices: Secure your IoT devices by changing default passwords and keeping firmware updated.

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Beyond the Office: Securing Home Devices and Networks Against Corporate Breaches

SecureWorld News

Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps. Consider segmenting your Wi-Fi networks: one for main use, one for guests, and another for IoT devices.

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